1032 N 5th St

Reading, PA 19601

$260,000
Last Sold Price
—
Beds
—
Baths
2,101 Sq. Ft.
$124 / Sq. Ft.
2,101
Sq. Ft.
$124
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 9/24/25
Closed 9/24/25
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Description

Opportunity knocks at 1032 N 5th Street, a legal two-unit in Reading’s highly desirable Centre Park Historic District. This income-producing property combines historic charm with investment intelligence — featuring original wood trim, partial hardwood floors, and classic architecture that stands out. The first-floor 1-bedroom unit is vacant and move-in ready, perfect for an owner-occupant looking to house hack while generating income. Market rent is estimated at $1,150/month. The second-floor 2-bedroom...Opportunity knocks at 1032 N 5th Street, a legal two-unit in Reading’s highly desirable Centre Park Historic District. This income-producing property combines historic charm with investment intelligence — featuring original wood trim, partial hardwood floors, and classic architecture that stands out. The first-floor 1-bedroom unit is vacant and move-in ready, perfect for an owner-occupant looking to house hack while generating income. Market rent is estimated at $1,150/month. The second-floor 2-bedroom unit is tenant-occupied and cash flowing, with tenants happy to stay — or unlock up to $1,650/month in potential rent after a light turnover. With separate utilities, strong structure, and curb appeal to spare, this is a rare opportunity in one of Reading’s most stable and high-demand rental corridors. Whether you're growing your portfolio or making your first smart move, 1032 N 5th is a value play that delivers now and in the long run.
  1. Listed by Jose Juan Vazquez Jr. • Light House Realtors, LLC
    P: (610)-741-5010 joseshomehub@gmail.com

Property Details for 1032 North 5th Street

Tax ID Number
14-5307-51-76-7050
Ownership
Fee Simple
Structure Type
Interior Row/Townhouse
Style
Traditional
Waterfront
No
Garage
No
Expected On Market Date
07-31-2025
Municipality
READING CITY
LISTING UPDATED: 09/26/2025 09:48 PM

Property Details for 1032 North 5th Street

StatusClosed
MLS #PABK2060516
Days on Market14
Taxes$2,812 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeMulti-Family / Fee Simple
Year Built1903
Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,742 SF
CountyBerks County
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Building Information for 1032 North 5th Street

Stories-Residences2Year Built1903Building Size-Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,742 SF

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Property Information for 1032 North 5th Street

Location
Location
  • School District Name: READING
  • School District County ID: 300200397169
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: BERKS
  • MLS Area: Reading City (10201)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $62,400
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $562
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $52,800
  • City Town Tax: $1,131
  • Land Assessed Value: $9,600
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 138R
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
  • Tax Lot: 7050
  • School Tax: $1,119
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Single Room Units Count: 0
  • One Bedroom Units Count: 1
  • Two Bedroom Units Count: 0
  • Three Bedroom Units Count: 1
Building Info
Building Info
  • Building Units Total: 2
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,101.00
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 1454122
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: None
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplace: No
  • Accessibility Features: None
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: None
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Reading-Berks Association of REALTORS

Property History for 1032 North 5th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 26, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1914472440

$260,000

+5.5% / yr

Sep 24, 2025

Closed

BRIGHT #PABK2060516

$260,000—
Aug 12, 2025

Pending

BRIGHT #PABK2060516

—
Jul 31, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PABK2060516

$259,900—
Nov 30, 2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #244120766

$90,000

+14.1% / yr

Nov 30, 2005

Closed

BRIGHT #PABK150160

$90,000—
Aug 3, 2005

Pending

BRIGHT #PABK150160

—
Jul 25, 2005

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PABK150160

$95,900—
Sep 17, 2003

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #PABK319296

$68,900—
Jul 9, 2003

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PABK319296

$68,900—
Nov 28, 2001

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #576080328

$53,000—
Sep 1, 2001

Expired

BRIGHT #PABK265432

$63,900—
Mar 4, 2001

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PABK265432

$49,900—
Jan 27, 2001

Expired

BRIGHT #PABK262768

$49,900—
Feb 27, 2000

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PABK262768

$54,900—
Jan 23, 2000

Expired

BRIGHT #PABK262572

$54,900—
Jul 23, 1999

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PABK262572

$57,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/26/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1914472440

$260,000

+5.5% / yr

09/24/2025

Closed

BRIGHT #PABK2060516

$260,000
08/12/2025

Pending

BRIGHT #PABK2060516

—
07/31/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PABK2060516

$259,900
11/30/2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #244120766

$90,000

+14.1% / yr

11/30/2005

Closed

BRIGHT #PABK150160

$90,000
08/03/2005

Pending

BRIGHT #PABK150160

—
07/25/2005

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PABK150160

$95,900
09/17/2003

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #PABK319296

$68,900
07/09/2003

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PABK319296

$68,900
11/28/2001

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #576080328

$53,000
09/01/2001

Expired

BRIGHT #PABK265432

$63,900
03/04/2001

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PABK265432

$49,900
01/27/2001

Expired

BRIGHT #PABK262768

$49,900
02/27/2000

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PABK262768

$54,900
01/23/2000

Expired

BRIGHT #PABK262572

$54,900
07/23/1999

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PABK262572

$57,900

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Public Records for 1032 North 5th Street

Taxable ValueLand$9,600Additions$52,800Total$62,400
Tax Record2025$1,694 ($141 / month)
Home Facts
Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,101 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,101 SqFtStories3Lot Size1,742 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Dwelling (2-4)Year Built1903CountyBERKSAPN14530751767050

Schools near 1032 North 5th Street

This home is within Reading School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Riverside El School
Public - PK to 4
Northwest Middle School
Public - 5 to 8
Reading Senior High School
Public - 9 to 12
Southwest Middle School
Public - 6 to 7
Rating
School
Distance
Riverside El School
PublicPK to 4

Northwest Middle School
Public5 to 8

Reading Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Southwest Middle School
Public6 to 7

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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